The Steer (The Bull)
- Artist
- Franz Marc
- Date
- 1911
- Style
- Expressionism
- Genre
- Animal painting
- Location
- Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum
"The Steer (The Bull)" is a striking animal painting characterized by bold, dynamic lines and intense coloration, reflecting qualities associated with Expressionism. Created on canvas using oil paints, the artwork captures the raw power and symbolism of the bull, which may relate to ancient religious practices like Mithraism. This mysterious cult, prominent among Roman soldiers from the 1st to 4th century AD, emphasized divine animal imagery, possibly reflected in this evocative depiction. The painting’s intense style invites viewers to explore themes of ritual, power, and mysticism.
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